The Globe and Mail
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May 8, 2026
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California is in big trouble. Just look at the race for governor
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OPINION
California is in big trouble. Just look at the race for governor
KONRAD YAKABUSKI
PUBLISHED MAY 8, 2026
UPDATED MAY 9, 2026
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California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks at a news conference in March.
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